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Brandon Marshall Shows Some Sense: Reports to Training Camp
Published: July 27, 2009
After weeks of speculation following another Broncos’ star trade demands, Brandon Marshall made a great decision and showed up to Dove Valley Monday, the day in which Bronco players are required to report to camp.
Although, what must be realized is that this is yet another selfish decision in a long line of self-centered acts by the young receiver.
Marshall was forced to show at camp; otherwise, he would face fines of almost $16,000 per day. He explained in a familiar way, “I’m under contract. It’s my obligation to be here, and I’m here,” reported The Denver Post today.
Marshall may be in Dove Valley, but that doesn’t mean he’s a happy camper, if you get my drift. When asked if he’s happy to be in a Broncos’ uniform, Marshall said, “I’m happy to be playing football. That’s what I’ve done since I was a little boy, and hopefully, that’s what I can continue to do.”
Marshall wants a bigger contract, as he is only due about $2.2 million this season, whereas many high-profile receivers are paid in the $5-8 million-per-year range.
The Broncos’ hesitation stems from a myriad of off-the-field disputes that leave Marshall’s future hanging in the balance. He has a hearing Aug. 13, and if found guilty, he could start his 2009 season like he did in 2008, serving a suspension.
The most troubling part of Marshall’s overdue arrival at camp is the fact that he hasn’t had a one on one discussion with Josh McDaniels yet, which is eerily similar to the Jay Cutler fiasco. He said, “My agent (Kennard McGuire) has been talking to McDaniels.”
Hopefully, there is not another case of communication breakdown happening between coach and player, or this could definitely spell trouble for the future of the McDaniels’ era in Denver.
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